King Elementary School vs Monroe Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
King Elementary School
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
315 students
Monroe Elementary School
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
341 students
| Measure | King Elementary School Des Moines, Iowa | Monroe Elementary School Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #654 of 654 | #652 of 654 |
| National rank | #45040 of 50,301 | #39756 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 315 | 341 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 341 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.2% | 90.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 30% |
| city | Des Moines | Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monroe Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.1 vs 19.7).
- •Monroe Elementary School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 27%).
- •Monroe Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 17%).
- •Monroe Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.3% vs 96.2%).
- •Monroe Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 13.1).
- •Monroe Elementary School is the larger school with 341 students compared with 315.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is King Elementary School better than Monroe Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Monroe Elementary School ranks higher (28.1 vs 19.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are King Elementary School and Monroe Elementary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Des Moines and Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
King Elementary School: 315. Monroe Elementary School: 341. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do King Elementary School and Monroe Elementary School rank in Iowa?
King Elementary School is 654th of 654 and Monroe Elementary School is 652nd of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).